Accounting for Change in Diverse Societies is a new publication series from the Global Centre for Pluralism focused on six world regions. Each “change case” examines a specific moment when a county altered its approach to diversity, either expanding or eroding the foundations of inclusive citizenship. The series also features thematic overviews by leading global scholars. The series aims to build global understanding of the sources of inclusion and exclusion in diverse societies and the pathways to pluralism. This work was carried out with the aid of a grant from the International Development Research Centre, based in Ottawa, Canada. Read the papers at the links below.
The views expressed herein do not necessarily represent those of IDRC or its Board of Governors. This analysis was commissioned by the Global Centre for Pluralism to generate global dialogue about the drivers of pluralism. The specific views expressed herein are those of the author.
Change Cases
Bolivia
Bret Gustafson traces past and present struggles over exclusion and inclusion in Bolivia.
Brazil
Daniela Ikawa writes about building pluralism through affirmative action in Brazil.
Colombia
Virginie Laurent presents Colombia’s constitutional reform process as an example of a changed conversation about diversity.
Côte d’Ivoire
Abu Bah discusses Côte d’Ivoire’s democratic transition and the dangers of weak institutions.
Germany
Jan Dobbernack explores the public conversation in Germany about expanding access to citizenship.
Ghana
Emmanuel Gyimah-Boadi and Mohammed Awal examine factors shaping Ghana’s inclusive society.
India
Rochana Bajpai discusses the lessons from India’s efforts to incorporate difference into the country’s identity.